1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 527 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 1963 Bristol 408 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 408 | Entourage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
